D4D Toyota HiLux common problems and solutions
As much as we’d love to believe that it is, the old D4D HiLux certainly isn’t unbreakable or without problems. Thankfully, we’re here with a heads-up on what can go wrong and how to fix it
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Aussie-engineered Toyota Tundra on sale this year in Australia
We look at the impressive features of the Toyota Tundra, now available in Australia. Learn more here and watch our first impressions video.
4×4 classics from the 1980s
In no particular order, these are the best 4x4 classics from the 80s, and the ones you should consider buying for an almost vintage project.
Diesel Care release catch can and fuel filter kits for 2024 V8 LandCruiser
The Diesel Care team has been busy, producing new equipment for an (new) old faithful vehicle. The 2024 Toyota LandCruiser brings along some significant design changes, as well as the introduction of a 2.8L 4-cylinder motor. If you are one…
The date is confirmed – 2024 Toyota Prado order books are set to open
The word is out, we can confirm when the 2024 Prado will be open for sale, as well as more details about the vehicle. While we still haven’t been able to lock down when our first drive of the 2024…
Toyota Australia officially axes the V8 70 Series LandCruiser – but are you really surprised?
Toyota has recently announced that the iconic 70 Series LandCruiser range, will be exclusively powered by the 1GD 2.8L 4-cylinder motor. That’s right, the V8 LandCruiser is in the bin, and it’s 4-cylinders or nothing if you want a 70-Series.…
Six of the best 4x4s from the 1990s – glory days
People always say they like older 4x4s, and that the peak of off-road engineering was made during the 90s. Many had solid axles, coil springs, and large-capacity engines. But they were slow, unsafe, and kind of crap in an endearing…
Toyota announces pricing for new 2024 Prado lineup
Well, we were originally told that the new 2024 Toyota Prado was due in mid-2024. But we will have to wait until the third quarter of the year. Sadly, the bad news doesn’t stop there, as pricing is up across…
The dangers of dust ingress…
There’s no arguing we’re seeing a lot more areas in drought. Combine that with our love of touring the outback of this magic country and, all of a sudden, we’re starting to see more than a few engines impacted by…
The FJ Cruiser ute chop that broke the internet
If like myself, you are lucky enough to own a Toyota FJ Cruiser… you’ll know they tend to get a bit of attention. I can’t go a week without someone sending a message asking if I’m driving through (insert suburb).…
Can you fit a Hayman Reese X-Bar to your 4×4? Updated for 2024
Hayman Reese has released some new X-Bar towbars, for 2024, to suit some of the most popular four-wheel drives on the market. Towbars have a hard job. They have to lug your heavy caravan or camper trailer around. They are…
Kumho MT51 mud terrain tyre 10,000km report
Tyre reviews are funny things. Which is why I’ve decided to not call this a review. You see, I’ve done just over 10,000km on the Kumho MT51s I had fitted up by the team at Bob Jane Penrith. And I…
Best used dual-cab utes for under $20K
Our top five picks for second hand dual-cab utes we’d be happy to park in our driveway Dual-cab utes, the crossbreed mongrels of the 4X4 world. Half family wagon and half commercial utility, good at both but not the best…
The best 4×4 touring wagons for under $15,000
You have to admit, every man, child, woman and dog seems to be going crazy over dual-cab utes at the moment. And for good reason, too! But what if you prefer having your cargo safely stowed inside the cabin of…
Clearview releases 300 Series LandCruiser towing mirrors
With nearly 20 years of experience under their belt, you know that when Clearview Accessories releases a new product, to suit a new LandCruiser, they made sure it was right the first time. With the launch of the Toyota LandCruiser…
